Kodjo Edoh
African American,KS
Summary
Seasoned nursing leader with team-building expertise, superior clinical skills and sound judgment honed over 3+ years of experience. Systematically build teams, maintain records and manage daily care with decisive approach and strong multitasking skills. Demonstrated success in enhancing team performance to boost patient care outcomes. Proactive and bilingual Director of Nursing well-versed in quality assessments, personnel supervision and performance reviews. Experience managing nursing training and special programs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Walden University
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and developing personalized treatment plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration for patient care by maintaining open communication with healthcare team members.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care for patients experiencing acute or chronic mental health issues.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Ensured adherence to evidence-based practices in prescribing psychotropic medications, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for patients experiencing emotional crises or behavioral disturbances, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and facilitating open communication during treatment sessions.
- Utilized standardized assessment tools such as PHQ-9 or GAD-7 to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Nursing Supervisor
Robert J Dole Veteran Administration
03.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Increased staff retention through effective communication, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by conducting regular unit assessments and process improvements.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing a thorough double-checking system for medication administration.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by addressing concerns promptly and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality care.
- Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication of pertinent patient information during handoffs.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by enforcing infection control measures and risk management strategies consistently across the unit.
- Spearheaded quality improvement projects to enhance clinical outcomes while maintaining cost-effectiveness in care delivery.
- Upheld high standards of nursing practice through ongoing education offerings for staff members on topics such as pain management or wound care techniques.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and answered questions for thorough home care plans.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Robert J. Dole Veteran Administration
03.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up instructions for patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Psyhciatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Newman University
Wichita, KS12.2019
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Barton County Community College
Great Bend, KS05.2016
Skills
- Diagnostic assessment
- Suicide risk assessment
- Schizophrenia treatment
- Child and adolescent psychiatry
- Substance abuse treatment
- Geriatric psychiatry
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder management
- Mental health assessment
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Patient Education
- Crisis intervention
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Winner
Nursing pins
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Ewe
Native or Bilingual
Ashanti
Full Professional
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Student
Walden University
06.2021 - 02.2024
Nursing Supervisor
Robert J Dole Veteran Administration
03.2020 - Current
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Robert J. Dole Veteran Administration
03.2020 - Current
Master of Science - Psyhciatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Newman University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Barton County Community College
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